Urge Disney to Prioritize Founding Company Interest and Uphold Core Values over Politics

The Issue

In recent years, we have observed that The Walt Disney Company has navigated away from the firm foundation laid by its founders, Walt and Roy Disney, and inclined towards a political agenda. This direction is against the essence of Disney's originators, who aimed to create an undiscriminating, public-loved entertainment conglomerate.

A brand known for fostering imagination and instilling positive values in generations of individuals. However, recently, concerns have arisen about Disney prioritizing a political agenda over the interests of its shareholders and its foundational values of respect, trust, honesty, responsibility, and accountability.

Walt Disney shareholders, who are the true bosses of the board of directors as well as the CEO, have expressed their discontentment in the visible drift of the company. We are raising this petition to voice our disapproval and request the corporation's current regime to re-align the company's objectives with its original vision and compete with global giants like Comcast.

Disney has always been seen as a powerhouse of creativity, providing family-friendly entertainment irrespective of political or social divisions. We want the organization to hold onto this unwavering commitment without imposing any external influences.

In 2020, Disney's domestic and international networks' revenues fell by 2% and 6% respectively (Source: The Walt Disney Company Annual Report 2020). This noticeable dip is a call for the board's attention and prompt action towards focusing exclusively on creating quality non-political and non-discriminatory content that it is world-renowned for.

Let us remind Disney of its origins, its intent, and its responsibility towards millions worldwide who look up to the brand for pure, untouched entertainment.

Disney, a well respected brand has a significant duty to prioritize the interests of their shareholders alongside promoting its core values that have made it a cherished part of many childhoods. There's a belief that Disney's shift away from these principles has led to dissatisfaction among the stakeholders, potentially impacting its brand image. This petition is a call for Disney to hear the concerns of its shareholders, cast members and fans.

We, therefore, urge Disney to revert back to prioritising its original values and shareholders' interests over any perceived political alignment. As you know, politics do not go in entertainment. The shareholders are also the voice of the cast members that do not have a voice in the company.

Let’s revert back to the creativity of Walter Elias Disney. Sign this petition if you stand for the integrity of Disney and the importance of upholding its core values. 

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The Issue

In recent years, we have observed that The Walt Disney Company has navigated away from the firm foundation laid by its founders, Walt and Roy Disney, and inclined towards a political agenda. This direction is against the essence of Disney's originators, who aimed to create an undiscriminating, public-loved entertainment conglomerate.

A brand known for fostering imagination and instilling positive values in generations of individuals. However, recently, concerns have arisen about Disney prioritizing a political agenda over the interests of its shareholders and its foundational values of respect, trust, honesty, responsibility, and accountability.

Walt Disney shareholders, who are the true bosses of the board of directors as well as the CEO, have expressed their discontentment in the visible drift of the company. We are raising this petition to voice our disapproval and request the corporation's current regime to re-align the company's objectives with its original vision and compete with global giants like Comcast.

Disney has always been seen as a powerhouse of creativity, providing family-friendly entertainment irrespective of political or social divisions. We want the organization to hold onto this unwavering commitment without imposing any external influences.

In 2020, Disney's domestic and international networks' revenues fell by 2% and 6% respectively (Source: The Walt Disney Company Annual Report 2020). This noticeable dip is a call for the board's attention and prompt action towards focusing exclusively on creating quality non-political and non-discriminatory content that it is world-renowned for.

Let us remind Disney of its origins, its intent, and its responsibility towards millions worldwide who look up to the brand for pure, untouched entertainment.

Disney, a well respected brand has a significant duty to prioritize the interests of their shareholders alongside promoting its core values that have made it a cherished part of many childhoods. There's a belief that Disney's shift away from these principles has led to dissatisfaction among the stakeholders, potentially impacting its brand image. This petition is a call for Disney to hear the concerns of its shareholders, cast members and fans.

We, therefore, urge Disney to revert back to prioritising its original values and shareholders' interests over any perceived political alignment. As you know, politics do not go in entertainment. The shareholders are also the voice of the cast members that do not have a voice in the company.

Let’s revert back to the creativity of Walter Elias Disney. Sign this petition if you stand for the integrity of Disney and the importance of upholding its core values. 

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